#514: Do You Stay or Do You Go?

#514: Do You Stay or Do You Go?

June 1, 2026 · 14 min

About this episode

The episode explores the complexities of deciding whether to stay in or leave a relationship, focusing on personal patterns and relational dynamics.

Are you wondering if you should stay or go? Because here is the thing, it is never really just about the relationship. It is about you, your patterns, your upper limits, and the stories you have been telling yourself about what love is supposed to look like. We talk about why staying for the kids might not be the noble choice you think it is, why both people have to be all in or the healing is just pretend, and the questions that will cut straight to the truth of what you actually want. 00:00 The Big Question: Should You Stay or Go? 00:50 Context: Navigating Healthy Adults' Dysfunctions 02:05 Identifying Relational "Upper Limits" and Patterns 02:56 Why Both Partners Must Be "All In" to Heal 04:17 The Nuance of Staying for the Kids 06:58 Why Relational Education is a Vital Life Skill 09:25 Essential Questions from "Too Good to Stay, Too Bad to Leave 10:29 3 Perspective-Shifting Questions for Clarity Resources: Need a digital detox? We've put together a free, science-backed protocol with everything you need to reclaim your focus, sleep, and attention — download it here. Get My Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire…

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